Structure
We generally select our apprentices to attend a local College and a recently established academy run by Engineering Trust Training Ltd.
We work in partnership with Engineering Trust Training Ltd who will work between the college and Norbar to ensure that the right standards are selected and monitored.
For a typical Skilled Machining type role...
Year 1
4 days at college studying Advanced Manufacturing (Foundation Competence) basic practical skills training
1 day a week studying Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Year 2
1 day a week studying Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
4 days a week in Company following an internal training plan
NB. For Machining roles the apprentice will undertake a Level 3 Machinist Knowledge Qualification
Year 3 and 4
You will spend the remainder of your time in the Company following your training plan.
It may be possible, depending on the Company’s needs to follow further education such as an HNC or Foundation degree.
NB. This will vary depending on the end job role
Management and Support
Not only will you be fully supported by our experienced staff, you will have the ongoing support of an Engineering Trust Training Ltd Training Officer who will monitor your progress every 4-6 weeks. They are there to ensure there is a successful and timely completion.
Both Norbar and Engineering Trust Training Ltd will be on hand to answer your queries and resolve your questions.
General Information
Entry requirements: - Numeric grades of at least 5 and above including Maths, English and a Science.
College holidays: - You will be expected to come back into Norbar during Christmas, Easter and half-terms or take some annual leave.
Communication: - You will be expected to maintain regular contact with the HR Department to discuss progress and expenses. You will also be expected to regularly communicate with The Engineering Trust and your Training Officer.
Expenses: - Norbar will reimburse mileage expenses or train fares. Up to £300 will be offered to support a suitable lap top. Books and other writing equipment will not be reimbursed.
Terms and Conditions
Whilst in Company, the general hours of work will be 7.30am – 4.30pm Monday – Thursday with a 30-minute unpaid break for lunch and 7.30am – 12 midday on a Friday.
Whilst at college you will be expected to attend the college for the hours required to successfully achieve your apprenticeship.
You will be automatically enrolled into Norbar’s pension scheme (if eligible) after 3 months’ service. The standard contribution is 5% or 6% which is matched by the Company with an additional ½%. You can also choose a salary sacrifice option.
Free life assurance of 3 times your basic salary is also available, as is a Profit Share plan.
Current salary rates (Pay Award Pending)
- Year 1 - £8.53 per hour (c £17,077 per annum approx)
- Year 2 - £10.14 per hour (c £20,300 per annum approx)
- Year 3 – Training rate of end role
- Year 4 – Training rate of end role
How to Apply
We will be taking apprentice applications between February and the end of April each year. After this point we may not be able to consider your application.
You should go to the Engineering Trust Training Ltd website and complete the on-line application form.
Engineering Trust Training Ltd will undertake the initial assessments and short list candidates that meet our requirements and specification.
Applications will then be forwarded to Norbar and we will undertake a number of interviews and if necessary arrange a selection process which will allow you to meet others, spend time on the shop floor and undertake Norbar specific tests.
Job offers will be made by Norbar with the view that the successful candidate(s) work for us for at least 4 weeks during the summer months prior to attending The Engineering Trust Academy based in Bicester in the September.
This will offer you a broader understanding of what Norbar does to allow an easier application of theory.